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DAF 66 Coupe 1300 MARATHON (57 Hp)
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DAF 66:
The DAF 66 is a small family car produced by the Dutch company DAF from September 1972 to 1976. It was the successor of the DAF 55 and was itself superseded by the reworked Volvo 66. The DAF 66 was the last four-cylinder car to feature the DAF name.
The 66 was available as a 2-door saloon, a 2-door coupé, and a 3-door estate. It featured the unique Variomatic belt-driven continuously variable transmission. In total 146,297 DAF 66s were built.
The 66 was an evolution of the 1967 DAF 55. Aside from a cosmetic update, the redesign featured several changes, especially a major redesign of the rear axle, suspension, and drive:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe Overview:
DAF 66 (Coupe). A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The DAF 66 Coupe, produced in the early 1970s, predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards. Safety features were rudimentary by today's measures, typical for vehicles of its era, focusing on basic structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
1300 MARATHON (57 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 57 Hp 1.3L engine provides adequate, unhurried performance suitable for relaxed cruising and urban driving, reflecting the car's practical and comfortable character rather than outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for a carbureted 1.3L engine from the 1970s, offering reasonable efficiency for its class, though not comparable to modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique Variomatic CVT transmission offers smooth driving
- • Charming classic styling and compact dimensions
- • Relatively simple mechanics for easier maintenance
- • Good visibility and maneuverability for city driving
- • Distinctive and collectible classic car appeal
Cons:
- • Limited performance by modern standards (57 Hp)
- • Outdated safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific components
- • Fuel economy is not competitive with modern cars
- • Road noise and refinement levels are typical of its era
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Combi: 1972 - 1975).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | DAF |
| Model: | 66 |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1300 MARATHON (57 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1973 |
| End of production: | 1975 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 57 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | br130 More details about the engine br130 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Tires size | 155/80 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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